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Welcome back, and thanks for joining us again for this difficult discussion topic. Nothing is scarier for a parent than the thought of losing their child. And yet it happens. Often. But because the law is confusing, we’re trying to answer some of the more common questions we get from parents in this two-part […]

Having your parental rights terminated is one of the scariest and most heartbreaking scenarios that any parent could ever encounter. It’s also one of the most confusing. Why? Because the law surrounding parental termination is very complex, and most people (including a surprising number of attorneys) don’t understand the process, or know what’s involved. […]

He’s a neatnik, but she’s a slob. Or she’s a lover of Victorian antiquities, and he’s obsessed with mid-century modern. Or perhaps she’s a night owl and a light sleeper, while he’s an early riser who can’t keep the volume down. For many people, divorce becomes the only option when they discover that they […]

Nothing is worse than watching a tear-jerker romance movie shortly after your divorce. As if you need that noise! Divorce is hard. Having other people’s fictional love stories crammed down your throat while you’re in recovery is even harder. But TV is loaded with romance stories. Every channel is a minefield. You can hardly […]

Making the decision to end your marriage, whether you and your spouse came to this conclusion together or you decided alone, is a very emotional choice. However, now that you’ve made the choice, you have a lot of work to do. But what work? What comes next? How do you get prepared for a […]

Welcome back, and thanks for joining us for this discussion on the midlife crisis, and whether or not it always leads to divorce. In the previous article, we talked about what the stereotypical midlife crisis looked like, and what mental health health professionals are saying about what really triggers one. (Transition, not crisis, remember?) […]

We’ve all seen it – the Hollywood depiction of a stereotypical midlife crisis. First the snazzy new sports car. Then the irrevocable impulsive acts, like quitting a job and getting a strange tattoo. And finally, the dumping of a spouse you’ve been married to for decades, and replacing them with a much younger partner. […]

Whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or some other holiday you’re celebrating – whatever you’re happy or merry about, we’re happy and merry with you! Remember, if you or a loved one need help over the holidays, we’re here, 24/7, ready and available to assist you whenever you need it. Wishing you happy holidays, and a […]

For many Michigan families, Christmas travel means sunshine and day trips to Disney. For others, visiting family and winter sports like skiing are at the top of the holiday vacation list. A welcome break from routine, full of relaxation and enjoyment. Or is it? Research suggests this may not be an accurate reflection of […]

Thanks for joining us again for this discussion about how to live on one income after a divorce. In our previous article we broke down our first three items on the list, namely creating a budget, eliminating unnecessary expenses, and going back to school. However, there’s more you could do to make ends meet […]

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